From Bodice to Bloomers

 Today was the premier performance of

From Bodice to Bloomers

at Pick Pocket Plantation.

Guests were introduced to a Victorian lady's wardrobe

from the inside out.

Displays of bonnets and hats...

as well as jewelry and parasols

added a little pizazz to the background.

So let's talk about the foundation of a Victorian lady's wardrobe,

you know,

the unmentionables like bloomers!

But before we talk about bloomers take a closer look at the amazing lace on this gown:).

(a good friend gave me this to repurpose-I'm so glad I didn't cut it up!)

The performance began with an introduction to the most basic Victorian under garments,

a chemise and bloomers.

Next is the corset...

then the chemsiette (corset cover) and hoops...

a petticoat..

add the bodice, the skirt along with mitts and a hat and 'ta-da' the outfit is complete!

Oops, I almost forgot the parasol:).

Here's the back.

(this is another one of the gorgeous gowns my dear friend Christine made:).

After all of that work getting dressed it was time to sit a spell before heading to the dining room for tea and orange-cranberry-vanilla scones.

Of course, I can't eat too much-the corset doesn't allow it!